Truck Helper (7392)

THE SALVATION ARMY A GEORGIA CORP•Fort Myers, FL

1d•$14 - $0•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for assisting in picking-up donations by riding in a Salvation Army truck and lifting, carrying, and/or hauling donations into the truck and unloading the same at the warehouse/store. The work requires riding in a vehicle daily with exposure to the outdoors where there are physical discomforts associated with changes in weather such as rain, cold, snow, heat or discomforts associated with noise, dust, dirt and the like.

Requirements

Six months experience lifting and hauling heavy items such as appliances and furniture.
Valid State Driver’s License.
Ability to read, write and communicate the English language.
Any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Responsibilities

Assists in picking-up donations by riding in a Salvation Army truck and lifting, carrying, and/or hauling donations into the truck and unloading the same at the warehouse/store.
Rides in a Salvation Army truck on a scheduled route in order to pick-up donated items; assists in navigating driver to destinations by reading a map and/or hand-written directions.
Lifts, carries, and/or hauls donations into truck; packs items in truck in a manner that maximizes use of space, protects items from damage, and ensures safety.
Maintains good relationship with donors to promote a favorable image of The Salvation Army.